Tours

What’s Included:

• All accommodations (guesthouses & local stays)

• All meals

• Drinking water throughout the trip

• All entrance fees to national parks and attractions

• Comfortable transportation

• English-speaking driver-guide

• All guide’s expenses (food, accommodation, fuel, etc.)

Day 1: Charyn Canyon – Kolsay Lake – Overnight in Saty Village

Your journey begins with a visit to one of Kazakhstan’s most stunning natural wonders — Charyn Canyon, the “little brother of the Grand Canyon.” Walk through the Valley of Castles, admire the dramatic formations, and take in the vast landscapes sculpted over millions of years.

Continue to the serene Kolsay Lake, surrounded by fir forests and mountain ridges. Enjoy a relaxing walk by the shoreline and breathe in the fresh alpine air.

Evening stay in a welcoming guesthouse in Saty village, with a homemade dinner.

Day 2: Transfer to Karakol – City Tour – Karakol Ski Base – Overnight in Karakol

Cross the border into Kyrgyzstan and arrive in the charming town of Karakol. Your city tour includes:

Bazar with famous ashlamfu

Wooden Holy Trinity Orthodox Church

The Dungan Mosque, built without a single nail

Then visit Karakol Ski Base for a beautiful mountain viewpoint — perfect for photos.

Overnight stay in Karakol.

Day 3: Jeti-Ögüz – Issyk Kul Shore – Barskoon Gorge – Fairy Tale Canyon – Overnight in Bokonbaevo

Explore the iconic highlights of the southern Issyk Kul region:

Jeti-Ögüz (Seven Bulls) — legendary red rock formations

Scenic Issyk Kul lake shore

Waterfalls and rugged cliffs of Barskoon Gorge

The colorful, surreal landscapes of Fairy Tale Canyon

Overnight in a cozy guesthouse in Bokonbaevo.

Day 4: Kok Moinok Canyons – Burana Tower – Sky Bridge in Chunkurchak – Bishkek

Visit the photogenic Kok Moinok Canyons, a hidden gem of sandstone corridors and red canyons.

Continue to the ancient Burana Tower, a Silk Road relic with balbals and ruins from the 10th century.

Your final adventure is the stunning Sky Bridge in Chunkurchak, offering aerial views of the green gorge below.

Evening arrival in Bishkek.

What’s Included:

• All accommodations (guesthouses & local stays)

• All meals

• Drinking water throughout the trip

• All entrance fees to national parks and attractions

• Comfortable transportation

• English-speaking driver-guide

• All guide’s expenses (food, accommodation, fuel, etc.)

Not Included:

• Optional activities (hot springs, museums)

• Personal expenses

• Travel insurance

• Border fees (if applicable)

Day 1: Altyn Emel National Park – Overnight in Bashy Village

Start your adventure in the legendary Altyn Emel National Park, known for its Singing Dune and colorful mountain landscapes. Explore the surreal Aktau and Katutau formations, shaped over millions of years.

Evening stay in the peaceful Bashy village.

Day 2: Altyn Emel – Charyn Canyon – Overnight in Saty Village

Continue exploring Altyn Emel, then travel to the breathtaking Charyn Canyon. Walk the Valley of Castles and enjoy incredible rock formations glowing under the sun.

After sunset, head to Saty village for a cozy evening in a guesthouse.

Day 3: Kolsay Lake – Transfer to Karakol – Overnight in Karakol

Visit the stunning Kolsay Lake, surrounded by pine forests and mountains. After a peaceful walk, continue into Kyrgyzstan and reach Karakol by evening.

Overnight in a guesthouse.

Day 4: Karakol City Tour – Karakol Ski Base Hike – Optional Hot Springs or Museums – Overnight in Karakol

Explore Karakol’s multicultural heritage:

Holy Trinity Orthodox Church

Dungan Mosque

Przewalski Museum

Then enjoy a short hike to the Karakol Ski Base viewpoint.

Optional hot springs or museum visits are available (not included).

Overnight in Karakol.

Day 5: Ala-Kul Lake Hike – Overnight in Karakol

A full day of hiking to the legendary Ala-Kul Lake, an alpine turquoise lake surrounded by snowy peaks. The hike is challenging but unforgettable.

Return to Karakol for rest.

Day 6: Seven Bulls – Issyk Kul South Shore – Barskoon Gorge – Fairy Tale Canyon – Overnight in Bokonbaevo

Discover the iconic sites of Issyk Kul’s south shore:

Jeti-Ögüz (Seven Bulls) Gorge

Scenic lakeshore views

Barskoon Gorge waterfalls

The colorful Fairy Tale Canyon

Night in Bokonbaevo village.

Day 7: Tash Rabat – Overnight in Naryn

Travel into the high mountains to the ancient Tash Rabat Caravanserai, one of Central Asia’s most impressive Silk Road monuments. Surrounded by untouched valleys, it offers history and tranquility.

Overnight in Naryn.

Day 8: Song Kul Lake – Kok Moinok Canyons – Burana Tower – Overnight in Tokmok

Visit the high-altitude Song Kul Lake, a symbol of Kyrgyz nomadic life. Continue to the Kok Moinok Canyons, known for their red sandstone labyrinths.

Later, explore the ancient Burana Tower, a Silk Road site with stone balbals.

Night in Tokmok.

Day 9: Chunkurchak Sky Bridge – Ala Archa National Park – Finish in Bishkek

Walk the thrilling Sky Bridge in Chunkurchak Gorge, overlooking dramatic mountain views.
End your adventure in the beautiful Ala Archa National Park, surrounded by rivers, fir forests, and glacier-covered peaks.

Finish the tour in Bishkek.